Evening Chronicle

Feast of Events

Soldiers Want to Stay in War Zone

TWO girl soldiers are reluctantly coming home from the front line of Afghanistan. The pair say they don't want to leave Helmand Province because they have a boyfriend and a brother ready to join the campaign in their place.

School All Set for Its 100th Birthday ; Classes at the Heart of a Community for a Century

IT HOLDS cherished memories for generations of families in Newcastle's West End. And now this Benwell school is getting the celebration it deserves, with plans under way to mark its 100th anniversary.

Final Run for Cricket Umpire

declared the end of innings running into nearly six decades. The contribution of year-old Mick McLean his beloved sport recognised last week when he was awarded NatWest OSCA certificate to mark his outstanding service.

Book Is Turned Into a Killer Tv Drama ; Author's Murder Mystery to Be Filmed in the North East

the North East after ITV snapped-up Tyneside crime author Ann Cleeves's latest novel. The Whitley Bay writer's latest book, Hidden Depths, is to be made into a twohour drama - which will be filmed in home town and in Northumberland. And cast in the starring role is awardwinning actress Brenda Blethyn OBE, who plays the drama's lead character Det Insp Vera Stanhope.

School Vision

for a Gateshead community have moved a step closer. A planning application has been submitted for replacement Barley Mow Primary in Birtley.

An Aussie Legend ; Racehorse From Down Under Named After Toon Hero Wor Jackie

TOON legend Jackie Milburn has made a mark in the world of sport once again - but this time 10,000 miles away from St James's Park. A racehorse named in honour of the late, great Magpies centre forward -who died in 1988 - has done his memory proud by passing the winning post first in a race in Australia.

London by Rail for Just Pounds 9

Your Evening Chronicle has teamed up with National Express East Coast to once again bring you an amazing rail offer, which includes the opportunity to treat yourself and travel in First Class style to London or Scotland. With our exclusive National Express rail offer readers can travel to some of their favourite destinations at a great fare, for example a single fare from Newcastle to London from just pounds 9 standard class one way or pounds 31.50 first class one way. To take advantage of th...

Join in Beach Clean

A NORTH East beach is set for a major clean-up. Volunteers will be descending on Hendon Beach, Sunderland, on September 20 as part of the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) annual Beachwatch litter survey and clean-up.

Green Firms Praised

A SENIOR Government minister has seen firsthand how the work of two North East companies is helping the battle against fuel poverty and climate change. Joan Ruddock, Minister for Climate Change, joined up with GoWarm and Community Energy Solutions (CES) North East, both part of CES CIC Group of companies, on a visit to the region.

Are You in the Picture? ; Police Appeal for Owners of Cameras Handed in by Public

DO YOU recognise this wedding day? These are just some of host of photographs on one of two cameras found in Gateshead. And Chronicle readers could help police reunite them with their owners.

Show Biz Gossip

MISCHA BARTON has opened up about her recent stay in a psychiatric unit. The British-born actress was removed from her home last month by police officers and taken to a clinic suffering from what was reported to be a mental breakdown.

The Return of a Super-Hit ; Award-Winning Musical Blood Brothers Returns to the Region This Month. Entertainment Editor Gordon Barr has the Details

IT has to be one of the most staged musicals in the region, yet still attracts huge audiences. Blood Brothers is back in the North East later this month and North East actor Graham Martin cannot wait to return to the region.

Stars at Ball

GLADIATORS Warrior and Amazon will star at a Black Tie event to raise awareness of alopecia. The Sky TV stars will be joined by X Factor contestants Bad Lashes at September 12's BeBold charity ball at Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton-le-Spring.

Ufo Event

A MAN is stepping up his mission to convince people we are not alone. UFO believer Richard Hall is shedding light on the phenomenon in a series of TV documentaries.

Station Revamp

WORK on the final phase of a pounds 7m modernisation project at Sunderland Metro station will start today. Nexus is investing in the Network Rail-owned station as the major operator using it. The 140-metre long platforms will be given new wall coverings, floors and ceilings to give the building a striking new image. Improved lighting, passenger information and waiting areas are also major elements of the project.

All Geared Up to Saving the Planet ; Commuters Urged to Ditch Cars for a Day

JOIN our drive to make Tyneside cleaner and greener for one day. Your Chronicle is getting involved with In Town Without My Car Day on September 22 as part of our Go Green campaign.

Other Ways to Get There

TRY an alternative such as: Walking: One of the best ways to get around is by using your own two feet. It needs no special preparation or gear, and costs very little. Cycling: It's healthy, fast and above all, low-cost. Tyne & Wear has an extensive and growing cycle network, focusing on quiet streets and trafficfree paths. That's why more and more people are giving it a go.

Down Your Way ...

BUS STATION REVAMP WALLSEND bus station is to get a pounds 130,000 facelift. Nexus is spending the cash on new shelters, improved lighting, extra CCTV and changes to the road layout. Work has already begun on the project, which will be completed over the next two months. NIGHT OUT FOR pounds 3 BUS users in the Tyne Valley are being encouraged to leave the car at home this summer with an evening out by bus for only pounds 3. The return fare is valid on the 602 and 604 services between Newcastl...

Helping Out Is Neigh Bother! ; Children Raise Pounds 1,000 for Disabled Riding School

GENEROUS pupils who raised cash for charity got to see how their money was put to good use. Students from the Junior House at Westfield Independent Day School in Gosforth, Newcastle, raised more than pounds 1,000 on a fundraising day.